Giant Hailstones Batter China's Southern Provinces

Heavy storms and giant hailstones have left at least nine people dead and caused serious damage across China's southern provinces.

The extreme weather is expected to last a few more days and could potentially bring more devastation to the area.

Please note that Columbus Direct customers who have purchased their policies after 21 March 2013, 15:39 GMT will not be covered under the policy for Travel Delay, Abandonment, or Missed Departure as a direct or indirect result of the bad weather.

Please note that the airlines should make themselves responsible for offering clients alternate flights / compensation for additional accommodation and so these elements would not be covered under the policy.